{"id":5186,"date":"2012-05-30T12:02:02","date_gmt":"2012-05-30T16:02:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/?p=5186"},"modified":"2012-05-30T12:14:14","modified_gmt":"2012-05-30T16:14:14","slug":"vids-e-t-the-extra-terrestrial-coming-to-blu-ray-october-10th","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/?p=5186","title":{"rendered":"Vids: E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial Coming to Blu-ray October 10th"},"content":{"rendered":"

E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial, Academy Award\u00ae-winning director Steven Spielberg\u2019s\"\"<\/a> magical adventure, celebrates its 30th Anniversary with its first-ever release on Blu-ray\u2122 this October. Featuring an all-new, digitally remastered picture that delivers six times the resolution of DVD, as well as all-new 7.1 surround sound, the E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial Anniversary Edition Blu-ray\u2122 Combo Pack includes the 1982 theatrical movie, an all-new interview with director Steven Spielberg, and \u201cThe E.T. Journals\u201d featuring never-before-seen footage from the set of the film. The Blu-ray\u2122 Combo Pack also includes UltraViolet\u2122, a DVD and a Digital Copy of the film, offering fans a chance to relive the mystery, laughter and wonder of the iconic movie anytime, anywhere on the platform of their choice.<\/p>\n

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\nIn 1982, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial became the biggest blockbuster of the year, ranking #1 over 16 different weekends. Even today, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial remains the fourth most successful movie of all-time1 in the United States. Nominated for nine Academy Awards\u00ae including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Cinematography, Best Writing and Best Screenplay, the film took home four statuettes for Best Visual Effects, Best Sound Effects Editing, Best Sound and Best Music for John Williams\u2019 (Jaws) memorable score. The unforgettable cast includes the adorable Drew Barrymore (He\u2019s Just Not That Into You, Charlie\u2019s Angels), Henry Thomas (Dear John, Legends of the Fall), Dee Wallace (10, \u201cSons and Daughters\u201d) and Peter Coyote (\u201cLaw & Order: LA,\u201d Jagged Edge).
\n\u201cWhen E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial premiered in 1982, it captured the imaginations of people young, old and everyone in between in a way that was unparalleled in modern movie history,\u201d said Craig Kornblau, President of Universal Studios Home Entertainment. \u201cA global cultural phenomenon\u2014and the biggest box-office blockbuster of its day\u2014E.T. brought out the child in all of us. We are thrilled audiences will now be able to experience the film in the astounding quality of Blu-rayTM.\u201d<\/p>\n

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\nBONUS FEATURES ON THE
\nE.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL ANNIVERSARY EDITION BLU-RAY\u2122:<\/p>\n

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\nThe E.T. Journals: In this all-new bonus feature, retrace the day-to-day experience of creating E.T from never-before-seen, behind-the-scenes footage shot by Academy Award\u00ae-winning cinematographer John Toll. This piece will give viewers a unique feeling of being on the set and living the excitement of what it was like to make E.T. Steven Spielberg & E.T.: Watch an all-new interview with Steven Spielberg, as he reflects back on the film and discusses his experience working with the actors, as well as his overall and current perspective on E.T. Deleted Scenes: Two scenes from 2002 version of the film. A Look Back: A special insider\u2019s look into the making of E.T. featuring interviews with Steven Spielberg, the cast, and others intimately involved with the film. The E.T. Reunion: The cast and filmmaker reunite to discuss their thoughts on the impact of the film. The Evolution and Creation of E.T.: From idea to screenplay, through casting and making the film. The Music of E.T.: A Discussion with John Williams: Interviews and footage focused on the long-standing relationship between John Williams and Steven Spielberg. The 20th Anniversary Premiere: Composer John Williams played the score of E.T. live at the Shrine Auditorium for the re-release premiere of E.T. This featurette gives us a behind the scenes look at this presentation. Original Theatrical Trailer Special Olympics TV spot.<\/p>\n

Designs, Photographs and Marketing:
\no E.T. Designs by Production Illustrator Ed Verreaux<\/p>\n

o E.T. Designs by Carlo Rambaldi
\no Spaceship Designs by Ralph McQuarrie<\/p>\n

o Designs by Production Illustrator Ed Verreaux<\/p>\n

o Production Photographs
\no\u00a0E.T. UltraViolet\u2122: The revolutionary new way for consumers to collect movies and TV shows, store them in the cloud, and instantly stream and download to computers, tablets and smartphones. Consumers can now truly enjoy their movies anytime, anywhere on the platform of their choice. Currently available in the United States only. Digital Copy: The Blu-ray\u2122 Combo Pack includes a digital copy of the film compatible with iTunes\u00ae, iPad\u00ae, iPhone\u00ae, iPod\u2122, iPod\u2122 touch, Android or online retail partners. pocket BLU\u2122 App: The popular free pocket BLU\u2122 app for smartphones is now even better with newly updated versions for iPad\u00ae, Android\u2122 tablets, PC and Macintosh computers, with features made especially to take advantage of the devices\u2019 larger screens and high resolution displays.<\/p>\n

o Advanced Remote Control: A sleek, elegant new way to operate your Blu-ray\u2122 player. Users can navigate through menus, playback and BD-Live\u2122 functions with ease.<\/p>\n

o Video Timeline: Users can easily bring up the video timeline, allowing them to instantly access any point in the film.<\/p>\n

o Mobile-To-Go: Users can unlock a selection of bonus content with their Blu-ray\u2122 discs to save to their device or to stream from anywhere there is a Wi-Fi network, enabling them to enjoy content on the go, anytime, anywhere.<\/p>\n

o Browse Titles: Users will have access to a complete list of pocket BLU\u2122-enabled titles available and coming to Blu-ray\u2122. They can view free previews and see what additional content is available to unlock on their device.<\/p>\n

o Keyboard: Entering data is fast and easy with your device\u2019s intuitive keyboard. BD-LIVE\u2122: Access the BD-Live\u2122 Center through your Internet-connected player to access the latest trailers, exclusive content and more!<\/p>\n

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BONUS FEATURES ON THE DVD: Steven Spielberg & E.T. Deleted Scenes A Look Back The E.T. Reunion
\nE.T.: THE GREEN PLANET
\nUniversal is also partnering with leading independent games publisher Chillingo to publish E.T.: The Green Planet for the iTunes App Store. Inspired by a novel based on a story by Steven Spielberg, players travel with E.T. to his home planet, explore and build extraordinary intergalactic botanical gardens, and share their experiences with friends.<\/p>\n

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SYNOPSIS
\nWhen an imaginative boy meets a lost alien, it is the beginning of one of cinema\u2019s most endearing friendships, as Elliot (Henry Thomas) helps the marvelous creature he calls E.T. find his way back home before government agents can capture him.<\/p>\n

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FILMMAKERS
\nCast: Dee Wallace, Peter Coyote, Drew Barrymore, Henry Thomas
\nDirected By: Steven Spielberg
\nWritten By: Melissa Mathison
\nProduced By: Steven Spielberg & Kathleen Kennedy
\nEdited By: Carol Littleton
\nDirector of Photography: Allen Daviau
\nProduction Designer: James D. Bissell
\nMusic By: John Williams<\/p>\n

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
\nBLU-RAY\u2122
\nStreet Date: October 2012 \u2013 actual date TBD
\nCopyright: 2012 Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.
\nSelection Numbers: 61123439
\nRunning Time: 114:27
\nLayers: Dual
\nAspect Ratio: 1:85
\nRating: PG<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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